But none of the bids was successful, with the West Midlands Combined Authority region receiving funding for just two out of 17 submissions.

Source: https://www.expressandstar.com/news/politics/2023/02/07/call-for-root-and-branch-inquiry-over-failed-levelling-up-bids/

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the major £1.5 billion agreement with the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) in the Budget earlier this month.

Source: https://www.expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/wolverhampton/2023/03/27/councillors-in-wolverhampton-asked-to-thank-west-midlands-mayor-for-securing-devolution-deal/

Mayor Andy Street, head of the West Midlands Combined Authority which includes Transport for West Midlands, defended overall fare increases but said he hoped the £2 single fare cap would remain in place.

Source: https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/national-express-issues-statement-bus-27165947

The West Midlands Combined Authority will be supporting more than 20,000 residents in the region to get online and further embrace technology thanks to securing £4 million in funding for digital devices.

Source: https://www.expressandstar.com/news/science-and-technology/2023/05/19/4-million-west-midlands-boost-to-help-people-improve-digital-skills/

THE YCA work with the Positive Youth Foundation (PYF) serving as a delivery partner to have their say on policies at the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA).

Source: https://solihullobserver.co.uk/news/the-hunt-is-on-for-the-next-generation-of-policy-makers/